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Short, paved walkway overlooking historical Mitchell Pass and South Bluff.


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87%

Runnable

4,608' 1,404 m

High

4,560' 1,390 m

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1' 0 m

Up

47' 14 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (4°)

12%

Max Grade (7°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Geological Significance · Historical Significance · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Description

This short path heads out to an overlook and returns the same way. The overlook has historical importance and is perhaps the best in Scotts Bluff National Monument.

Contacts

Land Manager: City of Scottsbluff

Shared By:

Michael Kontos with improvements by David Hitchcock

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  4.3 from 4 votes

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#12

in Nebraska

#11,148

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Photos

A view of the Saddle Rock Trail tunnel from the the South Overlook Trail.
Aug 24, 2023 near Gering, NE
Views of the visitor center, monument road, and surrounding area from the South Overlook.
Aug 24, 2023 near Gering, NE
Scotts Bluff National Monument, Nebraska
Apr 8, 2020 near Gering, NE
Scotts Bluff National Monument, Nebraska
Apr 8, 2020 near Terrytown, NE

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